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Broncos rookie Ben Garland will honor his Air Force commitment first

Ben Garland, an undrafted rookie defensive lineman from Air Force, was signed by the Denver Broncos even though he must leave the team next month to honor his military commitments to the Air Force.
Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels explained that Garland can stay with the team until a few days prior to the Broncos’ preseason game Aug. 29, against Pittsburgh. At that point, the Broncos can place Garland on the reserve/military list which would keep him in their control until he finishes his commitment. Garland worked out with the Broncos on July 29, 2010, during the Broncos rookie training camp.